Electricity and Magnetism

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What is an insulator?

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An insulator is a material that does not allow electricity to flow through it easily. Examples include plastic, rubber, and glass.

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Which material is the best insulator?

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Plastic is considered one of the best insulators of electricity.

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What happens when a light bulb is connected to a battery?

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The light bulb will light up if the circuit is complete. If the pathway doesn't make a complete loop, the light bulb will not light up.

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What is static electricity?

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Static electricity is the buildup of electric charges on the surface of an object.

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How can you create static electricity?

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You can create static electricity by rubbing two insulators together.

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What is a conductor?

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A conductor is a material that allows electricity to flow through it easily. Examples include metals like copper and aluminum.

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What is a circuit?

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A circuit is a closed loop that allows electricity to flow from a power source, through a device, and back to the power source.

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What is the role of a switch in a circuit?

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A switch controls the flow of electricity in a circuit. When the switch is closed, electricity flows; when it is open, electricity stops.

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What is a battery?

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A battery is a device that stores electrical energy and provides power to a circuit.

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What happens if a circuit is broken?

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If a circuit is broken, the flow of electricity stops, and devices like light bulbs will not work.